Overall Rating
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This is an aggregated review score of Avvo and Lawyers.com reviews.
5.0 /5.0
6 Client Reviews
$ 185-375 per hour
PRO
Jennifer Meyer Babounakis
also known as Jennifer M. Babounakis
About Jennifer
Biography
I am committed to representing clients in Northern Virginia, including Vienna and Alexandria, as well as throughout Prince William, Fairfax, Loudoun and Arlington counties. I focus my practice on domestic relations law, handling litigation and trial cases involving the following matters: divorce, mediation, property distribution, relocation, international child custody, life insurance, military divorce, business valuations, family tax issues, alimony and spousal support, domestic violence, protective orders, post-divorce issues and wealth management.
After receiving a Bachelor of Science in social work from Arizona State University in 1994, I went on to earn a Master of Social Work from Virginia Commonwealth University in 1998. In 2005, I earned a Juris Doctor from New York Law School. During my time as a law student, Ms. Babounakis served as an associate editor for the school's law review and graduated at the top of my class with honors.
I have more than 11 years of experience representing a variety of clients, including spouses in sensitive family law cases and businesses in complex corporate law cases. Prior to joining The Roop Law Firm, PLLC, I practiced corporate law with an internationally renowned corporate law firm.
As a former social worker and a parent of two children, I have unique insight into the challenges that family law issues create for everyone involved. Complementing my experience in family law, my corporate law experience gives my clients advantages in the context of challenging financial issues, such as estate division and support.
Practice Areas
13
Practice Areas
Alimony
8%
Child Custody
8%
Child Support
8%
15 years | 50 cases
Divorce and Separation
8%
15 years | 150 cases
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
Awards
Licenses
Licensed in District of Columbia for 19 years
State: District of Columbia
Acquired: 2006
No misconduct found
Licensed in Virginia for 20 years
State: Virginia
Acquired: 2005
No misconduct found
Location
Roop Xanttopoulos Babounakis PLLC
(703) 442-0035
Fax
1604 Spring Hill Road, Suite 460, Tysons, VA, 22182
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Jennifer Meyer Babounakis's Reviews
Showing 1 - 5 of 5 client reviews from Avvo
Posted by anonymous | December 21, 2019 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Great Lawyer to have on your side
Jennifer definitely cares about her clients and their pocketbook. She tries to keep the expenses down and we were able to work together to keep them down. I appreciated her honesty and her "what if" scenarios for my options at every turn. She kept her cool even when the opposing counsel tried ever...
Posted by anonymous | October 26, 2018 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Excellent poise, strategic, and honest
So glad to have Jennifer on my side. I definitely agree with the other reviews here. She is very strategic and smart, uses her litigation hours and resources wisely to get the best outcome possible for your children, hard working, transparent about how the justice system really works, provides realis...
Posted by Dana | January 19, 2017 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Strategic, Thorough, Clever, Experienced - Jennifer won't give up on you or the system
Jennifer has the brainpower and stamina to overcome numerous twists and turns with an aggressive divorce process and the legal system. Her concern was sincere as she guided me through various challenging & dark situations and complex legal tactics. She stayed focused on my family's immediate needs an...
Posted by Thomas | May 27, 2015
Great Strategy, excellent execution
Jennifer and her colleagues guided me through a complicated set of proceedings that lead to an amazing result for me and my family. The litigation (and non litigation) strategies recommended were sensible and effective. She and the other lawyers at her firm were sensitive to financial and emotiona...
Posted by Michael | February 26, 2015
Jennifer Babounakis — When you need an experienced family law attorney
Retaining Jennifer Babounakis as my attorney during a very emotionally charged family law proceeding related to my divorce was one of the best decisions I have ever made. Throughout the proceeding, Jennifer was always honest, accessible, and knowledgeable. She did not seek confrontations with the opp...
Jennifer Meyer Babounakis's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Jennifer and I have worked on difficult cases and she never backed down from a challenge and brought unique and creative solutions to the table. I could not recommend her more highly for difficult cases and am happy to have her as an asset in the family law community."
"I've worked with Jennifer for over 7 years. She is smart, hard-working and advocates for her clients while properly weighing pros, cons and the stress that litigation has on families. I fully endorse her."
"Excellent family law attorney who is dedicated to client success."
"Jennifer is a highly skilled attorney. She is a strong advocate for her clients and a very adept negotiator."
"I endorse this lawyer. Jennifer Babounakis is an excellent family law attorney and a skilled negotiator."
"I endorse this lawyer. Jennifer was easy to work with, knowledgeable, and cared about the best possible result for her client."
"I endorse this lawyer. Jennifer is a pleasure to work with. She is not only smart and efficient, but she is also compassionate and collaborative in her representation."
"I endorse this lawyer. She is fair, reasonable and smart. We just settled a complex and hotly contested matter due in large part to her efforts."
Deborah Johnson Wilson
Divorce and separation lawyer | Feb 12
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
"I endorse this lawyer. Jen is a zealous advocate for her clients. She brings to the profession a wealth of psychological insight and expertise, which helps the client understand the human side of the legal process. She is a joy to work with and an asset to the legal profession. I welcome the opportunity to work with Jen in future matters."
"I endorse this lawyer. She is outstanding."
Carrie Patterson
Family lawyer
David Roop
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Alex Xanttopoulos
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Lynn Hawkins
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Lynn Fletcher
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Experience
Honors
2025
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2024
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2023
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2022
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2021
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2020
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2019
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2018
Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers
2018
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2017
Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers
2017
Tier One Law Firm, Best Lawyers
2015
Rising Star, SuperLawyers
2005
magna cum laude, New York Law School
Work Experience
2016 - Present
Principal, Roop Law; Roop Xanttopoulos Babounakis PLLC
2009 - Present
Associate, Roop Law Firm
1900 - Present
Member, Roop Xanttopoulos Babounakis PLLC
2004 - 2009
Associate, Cleary Gottlieb Steen & Hamilton
Associations
2016 - Present
Fairfax Bar AssociationMember
2015 - Present
National Association of Professional Women
2005 - Present
Virginia State Bar, Family Law SectionMember
2017 - 2017
Virginia Women Attorneys AssociationMember
Education
2005
New York Law School
JD - Juris Doctor
1998
Virginia Commonwealth University
MA - Masters Social Work
1994
Arizona State University
BS - Bachelor of Science
1994
Arizona State University
BSW
Speaking Engagements
2017
AICPA Expert Witness Skills Workshop
Expert Depositions
2014
2014 AICPA Expert Witness Skills Workshop
Expert Depositions
Publications
2015
Roop Law PLLC Website
Whether Litigation Is Recommended
2014
Roop Law Blog
What is an IRA Rollover?
Languages
English
French
Activity
Legal Answers